Driver Job Vacancies at GOAL | Jobs in Uganda
GOAL is currently seeking to hire one (1) Driver to join our Kaabong team.
Job Summary: As a driver you will be expected to be on hand to deliver personnel and goods to the destination in a safe and respectful manner. Adhere to GOAL instructions written in the logbook and drivers policy.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Driving
- Drive the GOAL vehicle in a safe and controlled manner in order to avoid accidents.
- Respect standard traffic rules.
- Respect speed limits and adjust the speed according to traffic density, pedestrian along the road, load of the car and road conditions.
Vehicle condition
- Responsible for the presence of all equipment in the vehicle as listed in the GOAL logbook
- The car is a representation of GOAL, thus it must be kept clean (body, chassis, engine).
- Responsible for the follow up of the vehicle (service and repair) and inform the supervisor when action is needed.
- Responsible for the daily and weekly check of the vehicle (as described in the logbook).
- Updating the logbook.
- Ensure presence of the first aid kit inside the vehicle.
Movements
- Keep updated on the present security situation of the area to where he is asked to go.
- Prepare the vehicle in good time before departure (the day before), make sure of the right equipment needed for the specified location, toolkit, fuel tanks full etc…
- Responsible for the safety of goods carried (safely stored and tightened, weight balanced, not on the roof).
- Load and offload his vehicle.
Safety and Security
- Ensure passengers and self have seat belts on at all time while driving
- Notify responsible officer in case of an accident
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Minimum O Level qualification
- Valid Ugandan driving permit with classes B, CM, DL
- At least 3 years previous driving experience preferably with an International NGO
- Good spoken English and at least one local language
- Appropriate knowledge of vehicle maintenance
GOAL
Established in 1977, GOAL is an international humanitarian agency, with a global team of 2,400 personnel, dedicated to alleviating the needs of the most vulnerable communities. Currently operating in 13 of the world’s most vulnerable countries, GOAL delivers a wide range of humanitarian and development programmes, ranging from humanitarian relief in disaster situations, to focusing on nutrition, food security, and building greater resilience and sustainable livelihoods.
General description of the country programme:
GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy ensuring the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organisation without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offer made is also subject to a range of background checks. GOAL is an equal opportunities employer.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit their applications by email with at least 4 reference contacts (3 from the last three employers, and 1 character reference), please attach a copy of driving permit, and daytime contact number to; The Human Resource Manager, GOAL Uganda: recruitment@ug.goal.ie indicating the title ‘Driver Kaabong’ in the subject line by 26th March 2020. PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH CERTIFICATES.
Deadline: 26th March 2020